1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2002 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Because 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Abarth 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Abarth | Beijing |
| Model | 1300 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2310 mm |
